Favorite sport of Turists

Tunisia - Favorite Spot of Tourists

Tunisia is turning out to be the tourists' favorite destination over the years. The Enfidha International airport due to be completed by October 2009 is looked upon with great hope both by the tourism industry and investors in the country. Regular flights to the UK and the availability of charter flight services have already boosted the tourism industry. However, the signing of the Open Skies agreement will definitely increase the number of visitors to the country.

There are plenty of sites to see in Tunisia, from Roman ruins to French colonial architecture to the Sahara desert. An ancient amphitheater and baths are housed in Carthage. El Jen holds a coliseum almost as impressive as the one in Rome. Tourists can also enjoy Port cities, lush fertile plains and oak forests.

The country is full of history and had been under the rule of the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, Berbers, Ottomans, the French etc. It had played an important role in the Second World War. Wherever you go you can find historical remains.

It is a country blessed with natural beauty. Breathtaking mountain regions are a source of inspiration for the visitors going there to take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. The crystal clear sea and its coasts are amazing.

There are many popular tourist destinations in Tunisia. Seclusion from the mainland makes the Isle of Djerba popular. Another factor which makes it famous is that one of the Star Wars is set on this island. A nature loving person can fine peace of mind and quietness here. Wonderful beaches are there in the city of Hammamet & Yassmine Hammamet, which is two parts of the same city. Food loving people and shopping enthusiasts can visit Sousse. There you can enjoy lovely beaches along with having fun. Thirty mins away from Sousse you can find Monastir, another well known destination for tourists. You can enjoy night life here. The city is very calm and quiet with amazing beaches. It is widely known in Tunisia, since it is the hometown of the first Tunisian President Habib Bourguiba.

Tunis is the ancient ruins of the great historical city of Carthage. It is also home to the North Africa American Cemetery. The most visited place in Tunis is probably the medina. It is preserved well. Oang Jamel is out in the middle of the desert. But the most famous Star Wars sets still stands here. Kerkouane is the site which the UNESCO has placed in its list.

Another place worth visiting is Kairouan, the most important Muslim city in North Africa. The most visited site here is the Great Mosque. It is also known as the capital of carpet weaving in Tunisia.

People who are interested in archaeology should definitely visit Dougga. The archaeologists who began excavation were surprised to find a vast town buried under modern villages here. It contains temples and shrines, public squares, public bath and theater, private homes and funerary monuments of different rites.

To summarize, you are sure to find a variety of destinations in Tunisia to your heart's pleasure. A visit to Tunisia is definitely going to be a life time experience for all.